Smiling Hogshead Ranch — Local services in New York

I come to compost here all the time on a weekly basis, there are great bins here that allow you to drop-off 24/7! Super convenient–just make sure to only compost that their guidelines allow. I see volunteers and gardening that happen here occasionally too, and it's just great to see this part of the community thrive. Their garden is truly a work of love, and you can see it through their signage and plants–it's going to look stunning when everything is in full bloom.

They have an active instagram and facebook page that you can follow that posts more about sustainability in NY and the neighborhood for cross-promotion. Worth...

A community garden which had started as a guerrilla project by a group of artists on land owned by the MTA.

It is now recognized by the city’s department of parks and recreation.

The ranch hosts weekly, monthly, and annual events. It has programs for children and families, teaching gardening, and farming different types of vegetables, herbs, flowers, and honey, and has community compost and recycling. Children are taught to prepare and share meals. The ranch also participates in the different city events including tree giveaways.

It’s a prime example of how to make property that belong to the...

This is my go-to place whenever I bring my doggo to work and need a walk during lunch break. If you ever need a break from the office to get some fresh air, clear your head… this is it! A hidden gem in an urban neighborhood. They have several benches / picnic tables to sit and relax.. or have lunch outdoors.. They do have something for everyone.. composting site, bike repair spot, beautiful flowers literally everywhere, trees, and my favorite - the metal wind chimes that make such a soothing sound.

Thank you for the lovely...